Construction to close part of Coxwell Avenue and Queen Street East intersection beginning July 31

Coxwell Avenue from Queen Street East to Eastern Avenue will be reduced to one southbound lane only from July 31 to September 4 and from September 30 to October 13 for watermain construction work, TTC streetcar track work and road resurfacing. Queen Street East through the intersection of Coxwell Avenue will also be reduced to one lane in each direction during this construction.

From September 5 to September 29, the intersection of Coxwell Avenue and Queen Street East will be fully closed for TTC streetcar track replacement work.

All of this work is being done to improve water distribution, reduce the risk of watermain breaks and improve the quality of the TTC streetcar track in the area.

Lake Shore Boulevard East, Carlaw Avenue, Leslie Street and Woodbine Avenue are alternative routes for drivers and cyclists to consider in the area.

The City is taking steps to minimize disruption to the public during this closure. Extended hours, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday to Saturday, and Sunday as required are in effect for this project. From September 5 to September 29, work will take place on a 24/7 basis. Noisy work, such as concrete breaking and removal, will stop at 11 p.m.

To help manage traffic in the area, enhanced signage will be used to inform drivers of the road closures, and signal timing changes are being made on parallel routes. However, all road users should expect delays and increased traffic on nearby roads.

This work is part of the City's comprehensive, co-ordinated strategy to rehabilitate and upgrade Toronto's roads, transit and underground infrastructure for current and future needs.

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